December 30, 2011

2011: A Year of Loving Photography

When I think back over the past year, there aren't really any special decorating or craft projects that come to mind, rather the thing that sticks out most to me, in terms of my blog anyway, is how I've really come love photography over the last twelve months. I can see how as the year progressed so did my photo skills...how I've learned to use my camera, work with natural light and improve my compositions, as well as my editing. When I look through some of my earlier posts, I cringe, thinking I'd love to delete them, but then figure that it's all part of the journey...right?

I've mentioned a time or two that I have a special fondness for photographing food. It's more than a fondness actually, I really love it. Maybe it's because I can eat the fruits of my labor when I'm all done, you can't do that with a craft project...usually anyway :) I talked about food photo love in my Artful Blogging article, as well as in a post I did last summer called A New Little Love, which is where I showed you these first two pictures.

Coming in a close second to my love affair with food photography, are taking pictures of flowers and little vignettes, with a few shots of my house thrown in the mix. I wish I could add snapping photos of my kids, but sadly they're not too accommodating and I usually have to resort to bribery. I've got my fingers crossed that the coming year will be better though.

I thought I'd take a little stroll down memory lane, highlighting a few posts from 2011. There's a link to each accompanying post in case you're a new reader or you missed something and want to check it out.

You continue to amaze andinspire me,Tricia! I lookforward to moreof your amazingphotos in 2012!I also look forwardto meeting youin person....Am nowplotting a blogger'stea/creating afternoonin July with anotherblogger {she's a teacher,hence the summerdate for the tea}.May your New Yearbe Joy-full!!!

I enjoy every one of your posts with the beautiful photos of everyday objects seen as art through your camera lens. I'm looking forward to a new year of more inspiration from the blog world. Happy New Year!

Tricia - every photo is perfection that I see. You have a fondness for photographing food and that is as it should be - you are so talented at it. Your photos speak - even if you do not write anything on a post, they tell a story on their own. This is what I love about you my friend - you are just wonderful through and through. I can't wait to see what you bring to your beautiful blog in 2012! I wish you nothing but huge success, peace and love! xo

Tricia, you have such a talent...honestly I think you should be selling your work and becoming a professional food stylist. Your photos are my favorites on the blogs...yours and Maria's from Dreamy Whites.

I think you're doing a wonderful job, Tricia. Photography definitely has a huge learning curve and unlike you, shooting food seems to be a big challenge for me, as does shooting still life. I'm used to shooting scenery on my old blog.

So glad I found A Rosy Note. Wonderful post and I look forward to your imagery in 2012 : )

So glad I found you. You have such a whimsical place and I adore your dreamy pictures (How do you do that, I must find out) I will follow on my way out so I can return to be inspired. I hope you will find the time to come visit me and do the same. But for now I just wanted drop by to wish you a Happy New Year and to thank you for visiting my place and your lovely comments. I look forward to engaging more with you in 2012. Cheers SpecialK XoXo

Hello my dear sweet friend! Your photos have always amazed me! When I first started blogging - you were one of the first blogs that I followed, and I was absolutely in awe of your gorgeous images. They are all completely stunning. I'm blessed to call you my friend here in blog land. Thank you for your continued inspiration and for your big & generous heart. :) You are truly one of the kindest bloggers out here!!! Thank you for being you! :) Wishing you a New Year of happiness & joy!!!

Your food photos are making me hungry :) I cringe at my earlier posts too, but in a year or two, I'll probably do that about the posts I'm doing now. Your photos are wonderful!! Happy New Year Tricia :)Blessings,Marcia

Tricia, I think you've given the blog world some of the most inspiring photos ever. I hope you're putting together that book! Not only beautiful, but when a picture can actually make one want to get up and start cooking...that's inspiration! Thank you for that, and also for the kind support you've given to me this year, big hugs, tami

A beautiful place to visit is what I think of when I think of you and your blog. You have a loving touch that shows in all of your photos. Thank you for sharing your special talents with us and blessings to you and yours in 2012!!

Rosy, Thank you for all your wonderful and inspiring posts. It is truly a pleasure to visit your blog. I can't wait to see what the new year has in store for your blog : ) Happy New Year!p.s. i just love the cherry heart tarts!

Hi dear! It's always a great pleasure visiting you here! Your space is a gift we receive every post. Thanks, my dear, for all the amazing, beautiful inspirations you share with us! I wish you and all your family a so blessed, happy and marvelous New Year! Lots of kisses, Rachel :))))

It has been a pleasure visiting your blog this year . I will continue to do so as it is one of the simple moments of contemplating beauty in my days. Thank you for the endless inspiration .Have a bright and peaceful 2012, dear Tricia !

Tricia, I love all of your work!Each of these is so very beautiful, but the second one here is over-the-top!! You have an obvious talent for photographing food. Keep at it, and definitely do not delete old photos!!

Wow are you talented! Your photos look amazing! Please don't ever look at any of mine, I'm terrible in the beginning stages of learning about my camera, lighting and composition. Progress not perfection is my motto and practice, practice, practice.

About Me

Hello! I'm Tricia. Thanks for visiting my little corner of the world. This is where I explore my love of decorating, photography and creating pretty things…artistic places where, with a little bit of luck, I will figure out where God next wants to lead me.